Dr. Vinayak Belamkar, MD
Indianapolis, IN
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Belamkar, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Vinayak Belamkar, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Belamkar graduated from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute and completed his residency at In Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Altru Hlth Sys Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Belamkar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Belamkar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Belamkar’s office at (317) 536-4040.
Where did Dr. Belamkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: In Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Altru Hlth Sys Hosp, General Surgery | Altru Health System (Grand Forks) Program
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Belamkar board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vinayak Belamkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Belamkar speak?
Dr. Belamkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Belamkar typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Belamkar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Belamkar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Belamkar typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Belamkar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Belamkar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Does Dr. Belamkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Belamkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 536-4040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Belamkar accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Belamkar in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Belamkar's office located?
Dr. Vinayak Belamkar's Primary Practice
3500 Depauw Blvd Ste 2082
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(317) 536-4040
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Vinayak Belamkar an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Belamkar has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Belamkar, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Belamkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Belamkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972586568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Belamkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Belamkar
What is Dr. Vinayak Belamkar's specialty?
Dr. Belamkar is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Vinayak Belamkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Belamkar is affiliated with Orthoindy Hospital, Hancock Regional Hospital, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health North Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Vinayak Belamkar accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Vinayak Belamkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vinayak Belamkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Belamkar's office at (317) 536-4040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vinayak Belamkar?
Please contact Dr. Belamkar's office at (317) 536-4040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vinayak Belamkar have?
Dr. Vinayak Belamkar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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